Marta Perestrello


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About me
I am a highly trained and experienced art psychotherapist, online psychotherapist and clinical supervisor. I offer in person, from my therapy room in Derby, or online work from wherever you live, work or travel to.
In a safe space with a kind and knowledgeable support it is easier for you to reflect and explore your own world, experiences and emotions. I'll make sure you stay safe at the same time as you grow and take risks into becoming who you truly are or who you want to become.
Therapy can help you explore and reflect on your life, relationships (with self and with others), your mindset, beliefs and environment. You can then be more aware of patterns and relationships between various parts of your life. With this awareness you can experiment and try out new ways being in the world; more at peace and in line with who you truly are or with whom you want to become.
Either in person or online, you can choose to engage in verbal only or art psychotherapy; or indeed a combination of both. The use of art in art therapy can be intimidating to some, though it can also be liberating and help people be more in touch with their natural creativity (which we all can be). The art in therapy is to facilitate expression and exploration. At times, words may not be able to describe our experiences, thoughts or feelings. In fact, words can at times be useless, distracting or can get in the way of us truly feeling and seeing things for what they are. Through the use of art and art-making you may be able to express yourself in a clearer way at the same time as find the creative process not only therapeutic, but also insightful.
If you are interested in working with me, I offer a free Introductory Meeting to talk through your needs in more detail before committing to the therapy work. This meeting can be held in person or online and usually takes between 20 to 30 minutes. It's a great opportunity for us to meet and see if we can work well together.
For more information visit my website on www.becomingstherapyservices.com
Training, qualifications & experience
- Looking forward to starting Eco-Therapy training from September 2024 (Tariki Trust)
- 2021- Diploma in Online Counselling and Psychotherapy- Level 7 (Academy for Counselling and Psychotherapy)
- 2015- Postgraduate Certificate in Clinical Supervision- Level 7 (University of Derby)
- 2009- MA in Art Therapy (University of Derby)
- 2005- BA in Creative Expressive Therapies (University of Derby)
I am a Health and Care Professionals Council (HCPC) registered art psychotherapist; a Senior Professional Member with Association for Counselling and Therapy Online (ACTO) registered Online Psychotherapist; a full member of British Association of Art Therapists (BAAT) and registered with Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO). I abide by all their Code of Ethics and Professional Practice guidance and standards.
I am particularly interested in working with:
- Anxiety and depression
- Relationship difficulties
- Poor mental health and diagnosis often associated with trauma, abuse and neglect (such as PTSD and Dissociative Disorders)
- Neurodiversity, Autism and ADHD
- The impact of early life trauma, neglect and abuse
- Professional development and self-care.
To ensure safe practice:
- I have an up-to-date DBS check
- I hold a Professional Indemnity Insurance
- I attend regular and high-quality clinical supervision
- I invest on my professional development and personal self-care
- I attend regular and up-to-date continuum professional development (CPD) training
- I keep up-to-date with relevant policies for working with vulnerable adults
Member organisations
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The British Association of Art Therapists

The Association for Counselling and Therapy Online
Areas of counselling I deal with
Other areas of counselling I deal with
Becomings Therapy Services offers a tailored service to meet your needs. I am happy to meet you for an Introductory Meeting to see how I can support you before committing to any work.
Becomings Therapy Services offers both face-to-face and online:
- Online psychotherapy
- Art psychotherapy
- Clinical supervision
- Parent and Professional consultation
- Peer Study and Support community and Groups
Therapies offered
Fees
£60.00 - £100.00
Free initial in-person or telephone session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
Please check my website for more details on the Fees page:
Fees Art Therapy Derby (becomingstherapyservices.com)
When I work
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Mondays to Fridays from 11:00 to 18.00 and some Saturdays from 10:00 to 14:30